In context, Jesus had healed a man on the Sabbath, but certain Jews accused Jesus of breaking the Sabbath. They also disapproved of him for calling God his own Father, making himself equal with God. So, Jesus defended himself to them, letting them know even further that he was the Son of God, and that … Continue reading Refusing to Come to Jesus
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In the Meekness of Wisdom
James 3:13-18 ESV “Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, … Continue reading In the Meekness of Wisdom
Please Stop Religious Hypocrisy!
Summary of John 5:1-15 Jesus Christ was now in Jerusalem for the “feast of the Jews.” While he was there he healed a man who had been an invalid for thirty-eight years. He told him to “Get up, take up your bed, and walk.” The man was healed, and he took up his bed and … Continue reading Please Stop Religious Hypocrisy!
The Fields are Ripe for Harvest
John 4:31-38 ESV “Meanwhile the disciples were urging him, saying, ‘Rabbi, eat.’ But he said to them, ‘I have food to eat that you do not know about.’ So the disciples said to one another, ‘Has anyone brought him something to eat?’ Jesus said to them, ‘My food is to do the will of him … Continue reading The Fields are Ripe for Harvest
Because As He Is
1 John 4:13-17 ESV “By this we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world. Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God … Continue reading Because As He Is
In the Day of Christ
Philippians 2:14-16 ESV “Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I … Continue reading In the Day of Christ
Obedience, Works, and Salvation
Philippians 2:12-13 ESV “Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.” The Importance of … Continue reading Obedience, Works, and Salvation
Obedient to the Point of Death
Philippians 2:1-8 ESV “So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility … Continue reading Obedient to the Point of Death
No Longer for Human Passions
1 Peter 4:1-5 ESV “Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God. For … Continue reading No Longer for Human Passions
Maintaining a Good Conscience
1 Peter 3:13-17 ESV “Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? But even if you should suffer for righteousness' sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make … Continue reading Maintaining a Good Conscience
Run With It 